Data Center Field Installations Technician (L2) Amarillo, TX x 10

Data Center Field Installations Technician (L2) ? Amarillo, TX (Onsite - Shift Work) ? Contract | 3+ Months (Strong Extension / Conversion Potential) Join a cutting-edge data center deployment initiative supporting a major AI infrastructure buildout for Google through NTT. This opportunity is focused on hyperscale AI data center expansion and requires strong hands-on experience with rack & stack, structured cabling, fiber troubleshooting, and data center deployments. Candidates with experience equivalent to a DC Tech 3-4 environment and hands-on fiber testing experience (Fluke preferred) will stand out immediately. This is more than a standard data center technician role — it's a chance to get involved in one of the most exciting AI infrastructure programs in the industry right now. NTT is building out a proof-of-concept environment for Google AI deployments, and the team is looking for technicians who can operate independently, troubleshoot in real time, and help drive successful deployments in high-visibility environments. If you're someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, wants exposure to advanced cooling technologies and hyperscale deployments, and is looking for a contract with real extension or full-time potential, this is a strong opportunity to grow your career quickly.

Contract Duration:

3+ Months (Potential to extend long-term or convert full-time based on performance and proof of value delivered)

Travel Requirements:

Candidates must be flexible to travel for approximately 1 week of training prior to start if required. Travel expenses will be covered by NTT for non-local candidates. Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in data center environments or hands-on infrastructure deployments
• Strong rack & stack experience
• Hands-on structured cabling experience (fiber + copper)
• Fiber troubleshooting and testing experience
• Experience using fiber testing tools (Fluke preferred)
• Knowledge of server, storage, and network hardware installations
• Experience with power distribution units (PDUs) and redundant power concepts
• Ability to read rack elevations, schematics, and installation documentation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting deployment validation and QA activities
• Comfortable working onsite in physically demanding environments
• Ability to work independently and support junior technicians Desired Skills & Experience
• Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data centers
• Exposure to AI infrastructure deployments
• Knowledge of direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling systems
• Experience with DX airflow optimization and cooling methodologies
• Familiarity with BIOS validation, firmware checks, and basic OS imaging
• Understanding of automated deployment tools or PXE imaging
• Previous experience supporting Google, NTT, Lumen, or similar enterprise deployments What You Will Be Doing
• Lead rack build and deployment activities based on engineering documentation
• Perform rack & stack activities for servers, storage, and network hardware
• Execute and validate fiber and copper cabling installations
• Troubleshoot and resolve fiber connectivity issues
• Perform basic cable testing and validation
• Support power installations and verify redundant feed configurations
• Install and validate advanced cooling systems including D2C liquid cooling
• Execute initial system bring-up activities and hardware checks
• Validate installations against project standards and QA checklists
• Support and guide L1 technicians during deployments
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and project teams
• Maintain installation documentation and report deployment progress Tech Breakdown
• 40% Fiber Cabling & Troubleshooting
• 25% Rack & Stack / Hardware Installations
• 15% Power & Cooling Infrastructure
• 10% Deployment Validation & QA
• 10% Documentation & Team Coordination Daily Responsibilities
• 70% Hands-On Data Center Installation Work
• 15% Troubleshooting & Validation
• 10% Team Collaboration & Coordination
• 5% Documentation & Reporting